Caretaker (noun)

  1. A person who is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of a building, property or grounds.
  2. A person who is in charge of the care and maintenance of someone or something.
  3. A person who is temporarily responsible for the supervision and management of something.
  4. A person who provides care and support for someone, especially a child or elderly person.
  5. A person who looks after and maintains a park, garden or nature reserve.

Origin:

Derived from the verb "to care" meaning "to take care of" and the noun "taker" meaning "one who takes".

Examples:

  1. The caretaker of the building was tasked with ensuring that the heating and lighting were working properly.
  2. The caretaker of the orphanage was responsible for the children's daily needs and routines.
  3. The caretaker of the museum was entrusted with the preservation of the exhibits.
  4. The caretaker of the elderly man provided him with daily assistance with personal hygiene and eating.
  5. The caretaker of the park was responsible for keeping the lawns trimmed and the paths free of litter.
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